Ohio State Sign Regulations

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Our Ohio State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Ohio prohibits smoking in a public place or place of employment. The only exemptions to the statewide ban are for designated hotel/motel rooms, designated rooms in nursing homes, retail tobacco stores, private clubs, and outdoor patios. The Ohio Smoking Ban Law became effective on 11/7/2006 and requires posting of signs enforcing the law at various locations. (3794.02) (3794.03)

Swimming Pool Signs

The Ohio Department of Health stipulates rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The code became effective on 1/1/2004.

Concealed Weapon Signs

The State of Ohio in 2923.12 of the Ohio Administrative Code, allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the local city or county in which they reside. An applicant for a permit must complete an acceptable firearm training program. There are certain places such as courthouses, law enforcement facilities, airports, schools, government buildings etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Ohio honors the CCW permits of a number of other states. (2923.12.B) (2923.126.B) Valid concealed handgun license holders may not be prohibited by a business entity, property owner, or public or private employer from transporting or storing a firearm or ammunition in their vehicle on such property when certain conditions are met. (2923.1210 (A))

Cell Phone Signs

As of 8/31/2012 Ohio has barred all drivers from texting while driving. Drivers under 18 are barred from using handheld wireless devices while driving a motorized vehicle. Consult your local municipality for any local regulations. (Ohio Revised Code § 4511.204, 4511.205)

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.